Best 4 Chinese Sweet Peanut Soup Fa Sung Woo Recipes

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Chinese Sweet Peanut Soup, also known as Fa Sung Woo, is a classic Cantonese dessert that is both comforting and delicious. This soup is made with a rich and creamy peanut broth, and is often served with a variety of toppings such as glutinous rice balls, sweet potato balls, and/or dried lily flowers. It is a popular dish to serve during the winter months, as it is believed to have warming properties. This article provides two recipes for Chinese Sweet Peanut Soup: a traditional recipe and a simplified version that uses a slow cooker. Both recipes are easy to follow and yield delicious results. Whether you are looking for a traditional Chinese dessert or a simple and comforting soup, Chinese Sweet Peanut Soup is a great choice.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET PEANUT SOUP



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This is my home-made sweet peanut soup that is rich, sweet and creamy. You need only a few ingredients: peanuts, water, and rock sugar.

Provided by Rasa Malaysia

Categories     Malaysian Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 oz. (340 g) peanuts, skin peeled
rock sugar, to taste
8 cups water
3-4 tablespoons coconut milk, optional

Steps:

  • Soak the peanuts overnight with water. Make sure all the peanuts are submerged in the water.
  • The next day, rinse the peanuts thoroughly and transfer them into a pressure cooker with 8 cups of water. Depending on your pressure cooker, you might want to add more or reduce the amount of water accordingly. Use high heat to pressure cook the peanut soup for 15 minutes, then lower the heat to medium and cook for another 30-40 minutes. Turn off the heat and let cool until you are able to remove the lid of the pressure cooker. Heat up the sweet peanut soup again with medium to low heat, add rock sugar to taste. Boil it until the peanuts are thoroughly soft. Add the coconut milk towards the end, boil for 1 minute, turn off the heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 44 grams fat, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 4 people, Sodium 45 milligrams sodium, Sugar 0 grams sugar

CHINESE SWEET PEANUT SOUP (FA SUNG WOO )



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Another sweet soup made of legumes that is traditionally served as a snack in China.This soup is considered nutritious,but very rich and so should not be eaten to excess.From The Wisdom Of The Chinese Kitchen by Grace Young.

Provided by strangelittlebeast

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 cup raw peanuts, skinned
1/2 cup sugar
6 cups cold water
1/2 cup rice flour (not glutinous rice flour)

Steps:

  • Heat a wok over high heat until hot but not smoking.Add peanuts and stir for 30 seconds;reduce heat to medium and continue roasting for 3-5 minutes ,stirring frequently,until golden.Remove from heat to cool.
  • Gring the peanuts in a food processor until the consistency of peanut butter.Add the sugar and process again.
  • Mix the rice flour and 1 cup of cold water,whisking until smooth.Add the peanuts and 1 cup of water and whisk again.Add the remaining water and bring to a boil stirring constantly until the soup thickens.
  • Serve hot,1 cup per person.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.2, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 10.6, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 17.4, Protein 5.5

CHINESE SWEET WALNUT SOUP (HUP TUL WOO)



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A delicious sweet soup served as a snack and brain booster in China.A classic Cantonese recipe you must try!Brown candy is a type of Chinese brown sugarthat can easily be found in most Asian markets in Packets of 4-6 slabs.From The Wisdom Of The Chinese KItchen By Grace Young.

Provided by strangelittlebeast

Categories     Low Protein

Time 35m

Yield 6 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups shelled raw walnuts
1/4 cup rice flour (not glutinous rice flour)
4 1/2 cups cold water
3 ounces chinese brown sugar (also called brown candy,1 1/2 slabs)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Meanwhile bring 1 quart of water to boil over high heat.Add the walnuts and boil for i minute.This helps leach out any bitter flavors from the tannins naturally present in the skin.
  • Drain the walnuts very well,discarding water,and allow to air dry about 5 minutes.Spread the walnuts on a baking sheet and bake 15-20 minutes or until golden.Remove from the oven and cool.
  • In a food processor ,grind the walnuts with 1/2 cup cold water.Add another 1/2 cup of water and blend until almost smooth.
  • Whisk together the rice flour with 1 cup water until smooth.Add another 2 1/2 cups of water and the walnut puree.Bring to a boil over medium high heat,whisking constantly so no lumps form.
  • Cut the sugar into chunks or crush with a hammer and add to the. soup.Reduce the heat to low and simmer,stirring occasionally ,until all the sugar has dissolved,about 10 minutes.
  • If the soup is very thick you may add an additional 1/2 cup water.
  • Serve hot,1 1/2 cup per person.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.5, Fat 38.3, SaturatedFat 3.6, Sodium 15.1, Carbohydrate 36.8, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 22.2, Protein 9.5

SWEET PEANUT SOUP



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An easy to cook Asian's family style desert. Great for any occasions. Make sure your guest is not allergic to peanut in advance. ;-)

Provided by Wendy W

Categories     Dessert

Time 8h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 ounces shell-less skinless peanuts (available in Asian supermarkets)
3 cups water
sugar

Steps:

  • Soak peanut in water for 6- 8 hours.
  • Bring water to a boil.
  • Cook peanut over low heat until soften.
  • Stir occasionally.
  • Or use slow cooker/pressure cooker to reduce cooking time.
  • Add more water if needed.
  • Add Sugar.
  • Degree of sweetness is your personal preference.
  • Serve hot or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482.2, Fat 41.9, SaturatedFat 5.8, Sodium 18.9, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 21.9

Tips:

  • Soak the peanuts overnight: This will help to soften them and make them more flavorful.
  • Use a variety of nuts: In addition to peanuts, you can also add other nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, or cashews, to the soup.
  • Use fresh ginger: Fresh ginger has a more intense flavor than ground ginger, so it's best to use it whenever possible.
  • Add sugar to taste: The amount of sugar you add to the soup will depend on your personal preference. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Serve the soup warm or cold: Chinese sweet peanut soup can be served either warm or cold. If you're serving it cold, be sure to chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Chinese sweet peanut soup is a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day or to cool down on a hot day. And because it's made with simple ingredients, it's also a very affordable dish to make. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting soup to try, be sure to give Chinese sweet peanut soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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